H.Con.Res.38 - Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.Con.Res.38 directs the President to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution. The resolution asserts Congress's sole power to declare war under Article 1, Section 8, Clause 11 of the Constitution. It states that no war has been declared or specific authorization provided for hostilities against Iran.
Expected Effects
If passed, this resolution would require the President to terminate the use of US Armed Forces in hostilities against Iran, unless explicitly authorized by a declaration of war or specific authorization for use of military force. The resolution includes rules of construction regarding intelligence sharing and clarifies that it does not authorize the use of military force.
Potential Benefits
- Reasserts Congressional authority over war powers, aligning with the Constitution.
- May reduce the risk of escalating conflicts with Iran.
- Could lead to a decrease in military spending related to Iranian hostilities.
- Potentially improves diplomatic relations with Iran and other nations.
- Reinforces the importance of congressional approval for military actions.
Most Benefited Areas:
Potential Disadvantages
- Could be perceived as weakening US deterrence against Iranian aggression.
- May limit the President's ability to respond quickly to perceived threats from Iran.
- Potential for misinterpretation of intelligence sharing limitations.
- Possible negative impact on relationships with allies who rely on US military support in the region.
- Might embolden Iran to engage in destabilizing activities.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with Article I, Section 8, Clause 11 of the Constitution, which grants Congress the power to declare war. It also invokes the War Powers Resolution, which was enacted to ensure Congressional oversight of military actions. The resolution seeks to reaffirm the separation of powers between the executive and legislative branches regarding the use of military force.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).